2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | M | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
